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Does high blood pressure increase my risk of developing Achilles Tendonitis?
Good morning. I'm someone who has struggled with weight for most of my life. I have type 2 diabetes and hypertension. I've been exAsked 3 years ago
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Should I wear an ankle brace or boot to help manage Achilles Tendonitis?
I looked up the symptoms, assessed them, and concluded that I have Achilles Tendonitis. I am now looking into treatments and what Asked 3 years ago
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Will OTC anti-inflammatory drugs help reduce AT pain and swelling?
Good day, I have been diagnosed with Achilles Tendonitis, and the pain is unbearable. I've been told that it is inflamed, hence thAsked 3 years ago
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Should I consider surgical treatment for Achilles Tendonitis?
Here's the big question that has been on my mind for the past week: Should I consider minimally invasive surgery for effective paiAsked 3 years ago
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Achilles Tendonitis: Is abnormal thickening of my heel tendon a sign?
I've been keeping an eye on my right-hand Achilles tendon, and I've noticed that it has been gradually growing thicker. I'm unsureAsked 3 years ago
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What is an abnormally painful heel area during a light workout a sign of?
Hi, I had a light workout today doing simple stretches, and my Achilles tendon is screaming at me. Could it be a sign of Achilles Asked 3 years ago
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Why do I have a limited range of motion in my heel/calf area?
I've been an active person for the past 5 years, and today I went to the gym, only to discover that any movement that involves my Asked 3 years ago
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What does a popping sound from my heel area mean?
I was working out this afternoon when I heard a popping sound come from my foot and it felt like it came from my Achilles tendon. Asked 3 years ago
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Could it be good to have high arches if I am an athlete?
I haven't experienced a lot of pain since being told I have high arches. In fact, I only knew this thanks to getting custom orthotAsked 3 years ago
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Is it better to have high-arched feet or flat feet?
So here's a question that is up for debate. As someone who suffers from having high arches and being unable to walk for very long.Asked 3 years ago
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